Evidence supporting the use of: Herb Robert
For the health condition: Chills

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Herb Robert (Geranium robertianum) is a plant with a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine across Europe and parts of Asia. In folk medicine, it has been employed for a variety of ailments, including as a remedy for chills and fevers. Traditional herbalists believed that Herb Robert could help "warm the body," support the immune system, or act as a mild diaphoretic (promoting sweating), which was thought to help “break” chills associated with fevers or infections. These uses are documented in various traditional herbal texts and ethnobotanical sources, which sometimes list Herb Robert among plants used in teas or decoctions for colds, chills, and febrile conditions.

However, there is a lack of scientific studies specifically investigating the efficacy of Herb Robert for treating chills or related symptoms. Modern research has focused more on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, but none of these studies directly validate its use for chills. As such, the use of Herb Robert for chills is justified by tradition rather than scientific evidence, and the overall strength of evidence is low.

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